We will begin our workshop by mixing wax with pigment and material safety and then progress into multiple techniques of layering, texturing and fusing. An exploration of photo encaustics and wax on paper will conclude the session (no photography experience necessary). See why this medium is gaining popularity quickly as you discover the freedom and forgiveness of painting with wax! This encaustic painting workshop is appropriate for beginners as well as more experienced

Mark April 27, 2013, on your calendars for a stellar showcase of art and performances, featuring over 200 emerging and established artists from across the country plus dance, musical, theatrical and poetic performances with installation art, acts of intrigue, and much, much more!

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REGISTER NOW PHOTO Encaustic Painting at Callanwolde Fine Arts Center. This workshop will display variety of ways your images can included with encaustic using several collage techniques and even learning to pour wax onto your work instead of using a brush. You’ll also learn to transfer images directly on to the wax for a beautifully rustic effect. You’ll use a heat gun, a tacking iron and a propane torch to fuse your wax depending on the requirements of each technique.

REGISTER NOW for Intro to Encaustic Painting Classes at Callanwolde Fine Arts Center. Explore the ancient technique of encaustic painting that has made a recent resurgence in popularity. Learn the basics of color-pigmenting molten beeswax, applying luscious layers to wood and paper surfaces and heating with a blowtorch or iron to fuse and preserve your paintings. Several techniques will be explored and demoed: polishing wax to a high gloss, inscribing and transferring, embedding, and scraping and building up of wax to create rich texture. Supplies included; additional materials will be available for purchase. Please bring lunch for Saturday workshop. Min. 5, max. 8.

REGISTER NOW for Intro to Encaustic Painting at Callanwolde Fine Arts Center.

Explore the ancient technique of encaustic painting that has made a recent resurgence in popularity. Learn the basics of color-pigmenting molten beeswax, applying luscious layers to wood and paper surfaces and heating with a blowtorch or iron to fuse and preserve your paintings. Several techniques will be explored and demoed: polishing wax to a high gloss, inscribing and transferring, embedding, and scraping and building up of wax to create rich texture. Supplies included; additional materials will be available for purchase. Please bring lunch for Saturday workshop. Min. 5, max. 8